Shaping Student Ministry Podcast
Welcome to the Shaping Student Ministry Podcast! Join co-hosts John Oliver and Ian Dunaway, with over 30 years of combined ministry experience, as they share practical insights, leadership development, and encouragement for student pastors. Tune in every Wednesday for fresh strategies, real-world advice, and powerful discussions designed to help you shape the future of Student Ministry. Subscribe today!
Episodes

Friday Nov 15, 2024
Friday Nov 15, 2024
In this episode, John Oliver and Ian Dunaway dive into the unique “superpowers” small churches bring to student ministry. Far from seeing size as a limitation, they uncover how smaller congregations have distinct advantages in nurturing deep, personal discipleship that can powerfully impact students’ lives.
As pastors with experience in a range of church sizes, John and Ian explore the particular strengths small churches can leverage to meet the unique needs of their communities.

Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
In Episode 1 of The Shaping Student Ministry Podcast, John Oliver and Ian Dunaway dive into the critical need for student ministries to move beyond entertainment-driven approaches and prioritize authentic discipleship. They explore practical strategies for fostering spiritual growth and developing lasting faith in students while addressing the challenges of modern ministry.